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Post by Edie Reid on Apr 30, 2013 6:38:02 GMT -7
I was gifted two old bee hives. It appears all the components are present. What is the best method for cleaning the old comb out and readying the hives for a new colony? I wonder if I need to use a sanitizing method to be sure I am not creating an environment that invites problems.
Edie
edie AT ediereid DOT com
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Post by drew on May 1, 2013 12:15:37 GMT -7
I suggest to burn all the old frames and start with new. That is where the majority of "bad stuff" is.
torch inside of boxes until burned also lid.
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Post by Edie Reid on May 1, 2013 13:42:14 GMT -7
Thanks Drew,
What method will allow me to torch the inside and lid without the complete box being burned?
Edie
torch inside of boxes until burned also lid.
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Post by drew on May 1, 2013 15:36:18 GMT -7
propane hand held torch or
if you have a bunch stack them start paper fire inside keep tossing newspaper in until scorched
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